1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Spider | 1202 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |